The definition of exploration, according to the Oxford dictionary, is the action of traveling in or through an unfamiliar area in order to learn about it. As the world of work continues to diversify and the number of career pathways expands, it is imperative that industries provide offerings for career exploration earlier in an individual’s education. There is a critical crossroad between student and employee where the industry can connect interests and potential careers. The Titan Machinery EDGE program provides high school juniors/seniors with 12 weeks of career exploration within one of our heavy equipment dealerships. The goal is simple, allow students to see, touch, and inquire about the world around them!
Session Objectives: 1.) Understand the importance of career exploration during the critical years prior to high school graduation 2.) Identify how educators and industry can teach employability skills, connect academic interests and classroom learning with potential careers 3.) Improve educator's knowledge of career options in the heavy equipment industry
